Pronunciation

/kraɪˈsaɪt/

Definitions

• Verb: n. (critic) A person who evaluates, judges, or comments on the quality, value, or correctness of something, often negatively. v. To express disapproval or find fault with something or someone, usually based on standards or criteria. adj. Criticizing or given to judging others harshly.

Phrases

• “Critique a work” means to analyze and evaluate it professionally.
• “Self-criticism” refers to evaluating one’s own performance or actions.
• “constructive criticism” is when feedback is offered to help improve.

Example Sentences

• Verb: “The critic panned the new play for its weak plot.”
• Adjective: “Her writing received a lot of harsh criticism from her peers.”
• Noun: “After finishing the novel, he asked for a book review from a professional critic.”

Synonyms

• Evaluate
• Assess
• Judge
• Comment
• Criticize (less harsh)
• Fault
• Deride
• Condemn
• Disparage

Antonyms

• Praise
• Commend
• Appreciate
• Endorse
• Compliment